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export-oriented industrial clusters at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi.

The consultation was convened as a follow-up to the Post-Budget Webinar on “Sustaining and Strengthening Economic Growth” to carry forward deliberations on cluster revitalisation and translate Budget announcements into actionable strategies through sustained industry engagement. The meeting witnessed wide participation from representatives of Export Promotion Councils (EPCs), industry associations, financial institutions, research organisations, and government stakeholders.

During the deliberations, stakeholders emphasised the need for a holistic and balanced approach to cluster rejuvenation, integrating infrastructure upgradation with capacity building, technology adoption, and improved market access. The importance of strengthening domestic manufacturing ecosystems, particularly in sectors with high import dependence, was highlighted. Participants also stressed the need for robust testing, certification, and quality infrastructure to enhance global competitiveness and reduce reliance on overseas facilities.

The discussions underscored the importance of promoting innovation, research and development, and technology commercialisation within clusters. Targeted support for MSMEs to enhance productivity and facilitate their integration into global value chains was also emphasised.

Stakeholders highlighted the need for effective governance mechanisms, including industry-led participation through Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), and the establishment of cluster-level facilitation systems to support investors and enterprises. Simplification of regulatory processes, improved awareness and accessibility of government schemes, and greater flexibility at the state and district levels for context-specific implementation were also emphasised.

The consultation further reinforced the importance of developing integrated and future-ready industrial ecosystems, including social and urban infrastructure to support workforce retention and long-term sustainability. Strengthening design, innovation and intellectual property ecosystems, developing sustainable financing models, and leveraging existing government initiatives to scale high-potential clusters were also discussed.

A broad consensus emerged on placing MSMEs at the centre of cluster development efforts, with a focus on improving access to finance, enhancing capabilities, and enabling greater participation in export markets. The need to align cluster development with global demand trends and strengthen India’s position in global value chains was also highlighted.

The consultation provided a platform for constructive